Best/Worst vending machine snacks

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BEST AND WORST VENDING MACHINE SNACKS

1 frosted pop tart contains: Calories: 200; Calories From Fat: 45; Total Fat: 5g; Sugar: 16g. This breakfast "food" has almost no nutritional value -- just sugar that will make blood levels rise and fall quickly. See what else Forbes magazine added to this list. less

1 frosted pop tart contains: Calories: 200; Calories From Fat: 45; Total Fat: 5g; Sugar: 16g. This breakfast "food" has almost no nutritional value -- just sugar that will make blood levels rise and fall ... more

Just one ounce of Doritos Nacho Cheesier contains 140 calories, and most people will consume more than that. Calories: 140; Calories From Fat: 70; Total Fat: 7g. They may be tasty, but opt for the baked version. less

Just one ounce of Doritos Nacho Cheesier contains 140 calories, and most people will consume more than that. Calories: 140; Calories From Fat: 70; Total Fat: 7g. They may be tasty, but opt for the baked ... more

The best selling cookie is the Famous Amos brand, and these chewy morsels can do a number on the waist and sugar levels. Calories: 290; Calories From Fat: 130; Total Fat: 14g; Sugar: 18g.

The best selling cookie is the Famous Amos brand, and these chewy morsels can do a number on the waist and sugar levels. Calories: 290; Calories From Fat: 130; Total Fat: 14g; Sugar: 18g.

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The mini-doughnuts are always so tempting, but they are full of fat and sugar. Just 3 of them contain: Calories: 180; Calories From Fat: 70; Total Fat: 8g; Sugars: 11g.

The mini-doughnuts are always so tempting, but they are full of fat and sugar. Just 3 of them contain: Calories: 180; Calories From Fat: 70; Total Fat: 8g; Sugars: 11g.

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The Ritz sandwich crackers are high in fat along with many crackers sold in vending machines. Just 12 of these sandwich crackers contain: Calories: 150; Calories From Fat: 80; Total Fat: 9g; Sugars: 4g. For an occasional snack they are OK, but not on a daily basis. less

The Ritz sandwich crackers are high in fat along with many crackers sold in vending machines. Just 12 of these sandwich crackers contain: Calories: 150; Calories From Fat: 80; Total Fat: 9g; Sugars: 4g. For an ... more

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For the low-carb dieter, sausage and jerky may seem like a good choice, but they contain large amounts of saturated fat and trans-fats. One ounce of jerky contains: Calories: 70; Calories From Fat: 10; Total Fat: 1g; Total Sugar: 4g. A way to get protein is to opt for something healthier, like peanuts. less

For the low-carb dieter, sausage and jerky may seem like a good choice, but they contain large amounts of saturated fat and trans-fats. One ounce of jerky contains: Calories: 70; Calories From Fat: 10; Total ... more

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Now for what you should eat: For anyone who just can't keep away from the cheesy taste of Cheetos, there is a baked version. One ounce contains: Calories From Fat: 45; Total Fat: 5g. They are just as crunchy and hopefully, just as satisfying. less

Now for what you should eat: For anyone who just can't keep away from the cheesy taste of Cheetos, there is a baked version. One ounce contains: Calories From Fat: 45; Total Fat: 5g. They are just as crunchy ... more

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Fresh fruit is always the healthier option, but if it isn't accessible, dried fruit is the next-best thing. A quarter cup of dried apricots contain: Calories: 78. Dried fruit may contain extra sugar or preservatives, but it still has essential vitamins and fiber. less

Fresh fruit is always the healthier option, but if it isn't accessible, dried fruit is the next-best thing. A quarter cup of dried apricots contain: Calories: 78. Dried fruit may contain extra sugar or ... more

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Peanuts, almonds, cashews--they are all good sources of protein and contain monounsaturated fat, which may help lower cholesterol. One cup of almonds contain: Protein: 6g; Total Fat: 5g. Try to find roasted or raw types of nuts, the heavily salted or "honey roasted" aren't as healthy. less

Peanuts, almonds, cashews--they are all good sources of protein and contain monounsaturated fat, which may help lower cholesterol. One cup of almonds contain: Protein: 6g; Total Fat: 5g. Try to find roasted or ... more

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Pretzels are much better than a bag of chips because they don't contain fat, but can be just as satisfying. One ounce of Rold Gold sticks contain: Calories: 100; Calories From Fat: 0; Total Fat: 0g. As long as they aren't eaten in excess, pretzels make for a good snack, without the added sugar, either. less

Pretzels are much better than a bag of chips because they don't contain fat, but can be just as satisfying. One ounce of Rold Gold sticks contain: Calories: 100; Calories From Fat: 0; Total Fat: 0g. As long as ... more

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For a person who needs hydration, but wants a little flavor, teas are a good option. Eight ounces of diet Arizona Green Tea contains: Calories: 0; Total Fat: 0g; Total Sugar: 1g. The new diet versions of teas and drinks don't contain much sugar so they won't cause blood levels to fluctuate. Green tea is also known for its healing properties as an antioxidant. less

For a person who needs hydration, but wants a little flavor, teas are a good option. Eight ounces of diet Arizona Green Tea contains: Calories: 0; Total Fat: 0g; Total Sugar: 1g. The new diet versions of teas ... more

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